Season 3
Join host Kirk Puckett and guests Amber Burgess-Cox, Roxboro PD Chief David Hess, and Apex PD Deputy Chief Mitchell McKinney as they discuss the Police Chief’s Institue, the Association of Chiefs of Police, and how the education they received during the Police Chief’s Institute can help in current and future positions within a police department. Additional Information: Amber Burgess-Cox: aburgess@ncdoj.gov North Carolina Association of Chiefs of Police Original air date: 6 July 2022
NCJA 10-14 would like to wish a very Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads, Step-dads, Foster/Adoptive Dads, Grandpas, Pop-pops, and all those who celebrate! Join host Kirk Puckett and guests Paul Phelan and Bill Loucks as they discuss being Fathers on the force and the importance of family.
Join host Kirk Puckett and guests Jessica Cook and Paul Phelan as they discuss resiliency in law enforcement. In this continued discussion paired with May’s Isolation podcast, as a part of National Mental Health Awareness Month, Jessica and Paul discuss ways law enforcement and criminal justice professionals can identify and build resiliency to better protect your mental health and endure hardship. Additional Resources: Jessica Cook: jbullock@ncdoj.gov Paul Phelan: pphelan@ncdoj.gov Resilience: Build Skills to Endure Hardship Psychological Resilience, Mental Health, and Inhibitory Control Among Youth and Young Adults Under Stress 5 Ways to Promote Officer Resilience Improving Law Enforcement Resilience Resilience in Retired Police Officers Trauma Resilience Training for Police: Psychophysiological and Performance Effects
May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month. Join host Kirk Puckett and guest Paul Phelan as they discuss mental health in law enforcement and what Isolationism is. Design of medical care. Mental Health Awareness Month in May. Annual campaign in the United States. For additional information: Paul Phelan: pphelan@ncdoj.gov Police Stress, Mental Health, and Resiliency during the COVID-19 Pandemic Understanding the Effects of Social Isolation on Mental Health The risks of social isolation
Welcome back! Join our podcast host Kirk and our month-long guest, child abuse resource prosecutor Whitney Belich in the continuation of our discussions during Child Advocacy Month. This conclusion episode focuses on common myths about child abuse and how to strengthen investigations into cases involving child abuse and neglect. April is recognized as Child Advocacy/National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The North Carolina Justice Academy is bringing awareness and information to light in order to help protect families and help communities prevent child abuse and neglect. Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness month of April. Stop child violence. Children protection and safety month. Whitney Belich contact information: Whitney.H.Belich@nccourts.org Additional Resources: radarmodels.com – Child Forensic Interview Training Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina National Child Abuse Prevention Month via The US Department of Health & Human Services North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys Child Abuse Resource Program North Carolina’s Child Advocacy Center
Welcome back! Join our podcast host Kirk and our month-long guest, child abuse resource prosecutor Whitney Belich in the continuation of our discussions during Child Advocacy Month. This episode focuses on North Carolina abuse reporting requirements and laws. April is recognized as Child Advocacy/National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The North Carolina Justice Academy is bringing awareness and information to light in order to help protect families and help communities prevent child abuse and neglect. Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness month of April. Stop child violence. Children protection and safety month. Whitney Belich contact information: Whitney.H.Belich@nccourts.org Additional Resources: Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina National Child Abuse Prevention Month via The US Department of Health & Human Services North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys Child Abuse Resource Program North Carolina’s Child Advocacy Center
Welcome back! Join our podcast host Kirk and our month-long guest, child abuse resource prosecutor Whitney Belich in the continuation of our discussions during Child Advocacy Month. This episode focuses on what officers and first responders should know and look out for when responding to a call. April is recognized as Child Advocacy/National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The North Carolina Justice Academy is bringing awareness and information to light in order to help protect families and help communities prevent child abuse and neglect. Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness month of April. Stop child violence. Children protection and safety month. Whitney Belich contact information: Whitney.H.Belich@nccourts.org Additional Resources: Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina National Child Abuse Prevention Month via The US Department of Health & Human Services North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys Child Abuse Resource Program North Carolina’s Child Advocacy Center
Join Kirk and Whitney Belich in our month-long discussion during Child Advocacy Month. April is recognized as Child Advocacy/National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The North Carolina Justice Academy is bringing awareness and information to light in order to help protect families and help communities prevent child abuse and neglect. Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness month of April. Stop child violence. Children protection and safety month. Whitney Belich contact information: Whitney.H.Belich@nccourts.org Additional Resources: Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina National Child Abuse Prevention Month via The US Department of Health & Human Services North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys Child Abuse Resource Program North Carolina’s Child Advocacy Center
Join host Kirk Puckett and guest Dan Grossi as they discuss new and emerging techniques with de-escalation, the importance of it, and how you can stay informed! Stay tuned to the end of the podcast to hear from Jessica Cook about an exciting training opportunity! For more information on courses mentioned, please contact Dan Grossi: dgrossi@ncdoj.gov For more information on the upcoming “Weathering the Storm” classes in April, please contact Jessica Cook: jbullock@ncdoj.gov
Black History Month is celebrated across the US this February! As we close out the month of celebration, join host Kirk Puckett and Pitt County Sheriff Paula Dance as they discuss Sheriff Dance’s historic election. We honor those who have paved the way for law enforcement officials and first responders in the generations to come. This month, we highlight African American leaders and influencers in NC law enforcement’s history on our social media pages. Visit to learn more.